Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
144
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 29 | 37 | 30 | 116 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 35 | 36 | 29 | 44 | 144 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers ran roughshod over the Celtics 144-116. The Trail Blazers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Trail Blazers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.